Wellingborough car hire

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Cheap car hire in Wellingborough

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Economy car
Economy
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Compact car
Compact
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Intermediate car
Intermediate
M
Standard car
Standard
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Full-size car
Full-size
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Luxury car
Luxury
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People carrier car
People carrier
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Passenger van car
Passenger van
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Commercial car
Commercial
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Most popular car type

Compact

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Wellingborough car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Wellingborough with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Wellingborough?

You should book your car hire in Wellingborough around 40 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Wellingborough?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Wellingborough are Free2Move (0.0), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (0.0), and keddy by Europcar (0.0).
Free2Move
Free2Move
Rated 0.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 0.0/10
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Rated 0.0/10
A Car Rental
A Car Rental
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Wellingborough?

Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Wellingborough. Compact cars in Wellingborough cost R772/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R554/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Wellingborough?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Wellingborough is January at an average cost of R451/day. May is the most expensive month to hire a car in Wellingborough when prices are R1 029/day on average, which tends to be 2 347% above the yearly average hire price for Wellingborough.

Which car hire company in Wellingborough has the most locations?

Free2Move operates 4 locations in Wellingborough, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Wellingborough

  • Having a hire car in Wellingborough is perfect for those wanting to explore the city itself and the surrounding areas. The town of Northampton and Castle Ashby Gardens are a mere 20min drive away. If you’re after a bit of nature time, then make sure you visit the stunning Stanwick Lakes, which are located in the River Nene National Park, for a walk, a bike ride, or a simple coffee by the water.
  • If you are arriving in Wellingborough via Birmingham Airport (BHX), you will find all car hire desks located inside the Arrivals area of the airport’s only terminal. Some of the international car hire companies that are available there include Avis, Budget and Hertz. If you are picking up your Wellingborough car hire from Heathrow Airport (LHR), you will find car hire desks at Level 0 in the Arrivals hall of each of the airport’s terminals.
  • Driving in Wellingborough is generally a stress-free experience, however you should watch out for speeding cars, as some locals don’t respect the speed limit on streets with lower limits. Look out for potential jaywalkers, as well as bicycles, which are usually out in force on sunny days in particular. If you are there between December and January, you might encounter icy roads in the evenings, as temperatures typically drop to around 1°C.
  • Wellingborough experiences rush hour traffic on weekdays in the mornings between around 07:00 and 09:00, and in the afternoons between around 16:00 and 18:00. In addition to traffic within the city, one of the surrounding roads that experiences an increased amount of traffic throughout the week is the A509, which sees many larger vehicles transporting heavy goods.
  • Compact hire cars in Wellingborough are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Wellingborough

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Wellingborough?

    When choosing a hire car in Wellingborough, you need to take into consideration a couple of factors: the time of the year you are visiting and the length of the trips you will be taking. If you are there in winter, you will need a heavy duty car such as a 4x4 for additional safety on potential icy roads. If you are visiting in summer, then you could consider a small compact car, or a larger saloon car if you’re bringing the family with you and need more space for longer road trips.

  • What’s the speed limit in Wellingborough?

    The speed limit in most built-up areas within Wellingborough is 30mph, for example on streets such as Senwick Road and Northampton Road. In areas close to schools, the speed limit goes down to 20mph, while on major roads around the town, the speed limit varies between 40mph and 60mph, depending on the road.

  • Where are the best places to park in Wellingborough?

    Regardless of where you’re heading around Wellingborough, it is possible to find free car parking within a 5 to 10min walk of your destination. If you’re visiting the historic city centre, the best places to park are at the Swansgate Shopping Centre, which is located on Commercial Way and open from 7:00 to 19:00, on Jackon’s Lane, which is a bit further but open all day, or at Sharman Road car park beside the Morrisons supermarket off Oxford Street, however stays here are limited to 3h.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, U-Save and Hertz.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include keddy by Europcar, U-Save and Hertz.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION and keddy by Europcar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Sixt and Hertz.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Hertz.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Hertz.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Wellingborough?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Wellingborough?

    A Compact car hire in Wellingborough costs R658 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Wellingborough?

    An Economy car hire in Wellingborough costs R782 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wellingborough?

    A Standard car hire in Wellingborough costs R963 per day, on average.

Wellingborough car rental reviews and directory

 
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Free2Move

No score available yet

4 locations in Wellingborough

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Locations in Wellingborough

2 Fortune Close, Riverside Park

+44 1604 553822

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

38 Stamford Road

+44 1536 310333

Monday00:00 - 05:0008:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 05:0008:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 05:00
Thursday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 05:00
Friday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 05:00
Saturday08:00 - 23:5900:00 - 05:00
Sunday11:00 - 23:5900:00 - 05:00

Carousel Way

+44 330 096 0560

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59

St John Street

+44 844 701 9134

Monday13:00 - 17:3008:30 - 13:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:3008:30 - 13:00
Wednesday13:00 - 17:3008:30 - 13:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:3008:30 - 13:00
Friday13:00 - 17:3008:30 - 13:00

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

2 locations in Wellingborough

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39-43 The Embankment

+44 1933 443044

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday00:00 - 05:00

Unit 3

+44 1536 212650

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday00:00 - 05:00

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keddy by Europcar

No score available yet

2 locations in Wellingborough

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3 Morris Close- Park Farm Industrial Estate

+44 371 384 5934

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59

3 Morris Close

+44 371 384 5934

Opening times not available

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A Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Wellingborough

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Parkway Volkswagen Northampton,Riverside Business Park

Opening times not available

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Europcar

No score available yet

One location in Wellingborough

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3 Morris Close

+44 371 384 5934

Opening times not available

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Car hire locations in or near Wellingborough

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Wellingborough car hire information

Pick-up locationWellingborough
Car types
Hire locations5
Airport locations0

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